"They Can't Take That Away From Me" is a love song recorded by American jazz singer Billie Holiday in 1937. The song talks about how memories of a lover's unique quirks and traits cannot be taken away from the singer. Despite the end of a relationship, the memories and moments they shared will always be cherished. The lyrics describe the way the lover wears their hat, sips their tea, smiles, and off-key singing. The memories of dancing until three and the way the lover held a knife are also mentioned. Despite the existence of an uncertain future, the memory of the lover remains. Their influence and effect on the singer's life cannot be erased. The song carries a message of nostalgia and the longing for the past; it talks about the significance and impact of a relationship that is now in the past. It shows how memories of loved ones are forever etched in our minds, and the connection created can never be taken away. "They Can't Take That Away From Me" is one of Billie Holiday's most enduring songs, and its lyrics resonate even today. It celebrates how love can create meaningful connections that can never be erased.
